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RL05 XMU

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

182,750 mi
Last recorded182,750 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 XMU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 182,750 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 173,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 160,235 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 160,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 145,751 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 124,687 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 124,687 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

parking brake not releasing completely

Pass 8 May 2014 114,537 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 114,537 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 24 May 2013 105,881 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 95,992 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 84,379 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 71,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 May 2010 71,121 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 55,883 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 55,883 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 41,000 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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RL05 XMU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 105,416 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RL05 XMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL05 XMU registered?

RL05 XMU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is RL05 XMU safe to buy?

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